finance associate int-0342

Intellectica is recruiting a Finance Associate on behalf of its client, a growing pharmaceutical trading company. Operating in a dynamic commercial environment, the company is focused on the ethical distribution of pharmaceutical products, with a lean but high-performing team of professionals. Based in Athens, Greece, the Finance Associate will report directly to the Managing Director and play a pivotal role in structuring and overseeing the company’s financial operations. This is a key position that combines financial execution with process design, reporting, and system optimization.

Key activities and responsibilities of this role include:

• Organizing and formalizing internal finance-related procedures (e.g., expense claims, approval flows) to ensure clarity, compliance, and ease of use across teams
• Acting as the primary point of contact with the external accounting office, ensuring smooth collaboration and timely, accurate financial processing
• Monitoring and reviewing day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
• Managing supplier payments and overseeing the invoice approval process
• Developing and maintaining monthly financial reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
• Designing and setting up robust internal reporting mechanisms that support commercial and strategic decision-making
• Assisting in budget preparation, variance analysis, and financial forecasting in coordination with the Managing Director
• Collaborating with ERP consultants and internal users for the ongoing configuration and optimization of the company’s ERP system, including setting up financial structures and reporting tools
• Supporting the financial needs of a growing field sales team, ensuring process alignment and visibility into costs and performance.
• Any other task that may be required from time to time

Professional experience & qualifications of a successful candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; Master’s degree is a plus
• A minim of 5 years of professional experience in financial controlling or related roles, ideally in commercial or trading companies
• Proven experience working in financial reporting and budgeting processes
• Familiarity with ERP systems – experience with SoftOne is preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and interaction with external accounting firms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; comfort with data analysis and report building
• Fluent in Greek with professional-level English communication skills

Core competencies of a successful candidate:

• Detail-oriented and structured thinker
• Discreet, ethical, and trustworthy
• Solution-driven with a process mindset
• Able to communicate clearly across teams
• Proactive, reliable, and hands-on